Sude Aydemir
ESG Specialist
Istanbul
Summary
Environmental engineer with comprehensive experience in sustainability reporting, climate risk analysis, and ESG integration within the financial sector. Highly proficient in using global frameworks such as CDP, GRI, TCFD, SBTi, and the GHG Protocol to deliver accurate and strategic sustainability disclosures. Adept at developing heatmaps, conducting scenario analyses, and leading projects to achieve Net-Zero targets. Proven ability to integrate sustainability into financial decision-making processes, with strong stakeholder management skills through engagement initiatives like tailored ESIA questionnaires. A results-driven professional with a strong academic foundation, eager to contribute to impactful sustainability projects on a global scale.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Climate Risk Assistant Specialist
Isbank
2 2022 - Current
- Demonstrated strong expertise in sustainability reporting using frameworks such as CDP, GRI, SBTi, TCFD and TNFD, ensuring comprehensive and accurate disclosures.
- Highly proficient in GHG accounting following the GHG Protocol, including Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions, with a strong focus on accurate carbon footprint assessment and reporting.
- Spearheaded the planning, execution, and implementation of projects to achieve NZBA targets, including setting net-zero emission goals and engaging key stakeholders through tailored questionnaire sets to ensure alignment with sustainability objectives.
- Developed and regularly updated sectoral climate change risk heatmaps, while conducting in-depth scenario analyses for emerging carbon tax regulations, providing strategic insights to support risk management and decision-making.
Sustainable Finance Assistant Specialist
Isbank
10.2021 - 02.2022
- Conducted site visits of ongoing projects, including carbon-intensive projects such as thermal power plants, to ensure compliance with sustainability criteria.
- Developed Environmental & Social Impact Assessment via Questionnaire Set, collaborating with stakeholders to ensure comprehensive coverage of sustainability risks and opportunities
- Enhancing ESG modules for lending decisions, strengthening understanding of integrating sustainability into financial decisions.
Project Assistant
Middle East Technical University
07.2019 - 09.2021
- Gained significant experience in project coordination by assisting in managing research projects and supporting collaborative efforts across multidisciplinary teams.
Education
BS Environmental Engineering -
Middle East Technical University
09.2013 - 6 2019
MS Environmental Engineering -
Middle East Technical University
09.2019 - 6 2021
Skills
- ESG/Sustainability Framework: CDP, GRI, SBTi, GHG Protocol, TCFD, ISSB
- ESG/Sustainability Skills: Corporate Sustainability, Big ESG Data Handling, Stakeholder Engagement, Materiality Assessment
Languages
Turkish
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Certification
World Bank Group, Environmental and Social Framework - ESF Fundamentals
Timeline
World Bank Group, Environmental and Social Framework - ESF Fundamentals
04-2023
TCFD, Corporate Reporting of Climate and Environmental Matters in the EU
03-2023
TCFD, Understanding of the Recommendations of the TCFD
02-2023
UNCC, Carbon Taxation
02-2023
EBRD, Environmental & Social Risk Management Program for Financial Intermediaries
11-2022
ISO, Sustainable Finance Mini MBA
10-2022
Sustainable Finance Assistant Specialist
Isbank
10.2021 - 02.2022
MS Environmental Engineering -
Middle East Technical University
09.2019 - 6 2021
Project Assistant
Middle East Technical University
07.2019 - 09.2021
BS Environmental Engineering -
Middle East Technical University
09.2013 - 6 2019
Climate Risk Assistant Specialist
Isbank
2 2022 - Current